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SB1749 • 2026

Establishes the State Office of Archaeology

Establishes the State Office of Archaeology

Passed Legislature

This bill passed both chambers and reached final enrollment, even if later executive action is not shown here.

Sponsor
McCreery, Tracy; House handler: N/A
Last action
2026-02-25
Official status
S First Read
Effective date
2026-08-28

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Bill History

  1. 2026-02-25 S456

    S First Read

Official Summary Text

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SB 1749 - The act establishes the "State Office of Archaeology" working in conjunction with the State Historic Preservation Office to establish, implement, and administer federal and state programs for statewide archaeological and paleontological preservation.

The Director of the Department of Natural Resources shall designate a director of the office who shall serve as the state archaeological officer. At a minimum, the director of the office shall be a professional archaeologist. The duties of the office are described in the act.
JULIA SHEVELEVA